The Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card is built for occasional Delta flyers who want to keep a loyalty account active without paying an annual fee. It combines modest rewards on dining and flight purchases with no foreign transaction fees, making it an accessible starter option for earning miles on everyday spending.
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Overview
Occasional Delta travel
Dining and food delivery
No foreign transaction fees
For sporadic travelers who prefer Delta but cannot justify a paid airline card, this card delivers steady value at zero annual cost. Earning 2x miles on both Delta purchases and worldwide dining gives casual cardholders a low-risk way to accumulate SkyMiles over time without worrying about offsetting a recurring fee. While it lacks high-end perks like free checked bags or priority boarding, its absence of foreign transaction fees, 20% in-flight savings credit, and basic travel protections make it a dependable keeper card. Frequent Delta customers will likely get far more value from fee-based Delta cards, but the Blue card remains a solid pick for budget-conscious flyers or anyone looking to downgrade an existing Delta card.
This card is ideal for infrequent Delta travelers looking for a no-annual-fee option to keep miles active, though regular flyers will miss main cabin perks like free checked bags.
Welcome Offer
after you spend $1,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 6 months of card membership.
Est. Value
$120
Required Spend
$1,000
Time Frame
6 Months
Est. Value
$120
Required Spend
$1,000
Time Frame
6 Months
Earning
You earn Delta SkyMiles directly on every purchase, with elevated rates targeted at dining and direct Delta purchases.
Delta Air
Dining
Everywhere
Rewards percent based on a valuation of 1.2¢ per Delta Skymile
Annual Credits & Perks
Despite having no annual fee, the card includes useful travel protections and discounts on in-flight food and beverages.
Enrollment is required for select benefits.
Our app automatically tracks valuable credits so you don't miss any rewards.
Venue CollectionBenefits
20% Back on In-Flight Purchases
Receive a 20% savings in the form of a statement credit on eligible Delta in-flight purchases after using the Delta SkyMiles Blue Card.
Benefits
Car Rental Loss & Damage Insurance
Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance can provide coverage for Damage to or Theft of a Rental Vehicle in a Covered Territory when You use your Eligible Card to reserve and pay for the Entire Rental and decline the collision damage waiver (CDW) at the Rental Company counter. Please read important exclusions and restrictions. This product provides secondary coverage and does not include liability coverage. Not all vehicle types or rentals are covered. Coverage is not available for vehicles rented in Australia, Italy, and New Zealand.
Purchase Protection
Sometimes your favorite new purchase gets stolen or accidentally damaged. But when you use your Eligible Card for Covered Purchases, your Membership can help protect them for up to 90 days from the Covered Purchase date, subject to the Coverage Limits. Up to $1,000 per Covered Purchase, up to $50,000 per calendar year.
Extended Warranty
When you use your Eligible Card to make a Covered Purchase, you can get up to one extra year added to the Original Manufacturer’s Warranty. Applies to warranties of 5 years or less on Covered Purchases in the United States or its territories or possessions. Please read important exclusions and restrictions.
Premium Car Rental Protection Enrollment Required
Enroll your eligible Card today in Premium Car Rental Protection, and you can enjoy the flexibility of two different car rental insurance plans all while helping you save on rental vehicle protection costs. When enrolled, you can receive primary coverage for Damage to or Theft of a rental vehicle and Accidental Death or Dismemberment coverage every time you rent an eligible vehicle using your Enrolled Card. Terms apply.
Benefits
Amex Special Ticket Access
Card Members can access Amex Presale Tickets and Amex Reserved Tickets to select can’t-miss events and moments across sports, music, and more. ¹Plus, Card Members can enjoy additional perks when attending select events. ¹While supplies last, not all seats may be offered.
Benefits
Miles Headstart
Need more miles? With Miles Headstart, you can receive an advance of miles.
Eligibility
Good credit or higher is recommended for this card.
Credit approval is not guaranteed. Meeting the recommended credit range does not ensure approval, and applicants with lower scores may still be considered.
Pricing
Annual Fee
$0
Purchase APR
19.74% - 28.74%
Variable
Cash Advance APR
28.99%
Variable
Foreign Transaction Fee
None
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250,000 Points
Worth $3,750
After you spend $20,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$895
Rec. Credit
Good
Terms Apply.
175,000 Points
Worth $2,625
After you spend $12,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 6 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$895
Rec. Credit
Excellent
Terms Apply.
200,000 Skymiles
Worth $2,400
After you spend $20,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 6 months of card membership.
Annual Fee
$650
Rec. Credit
Excellent
Terms Apply.
